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Growing looks different for every child.
At Growing Occupational Therapy, we believe every child deserves to feel understood before they're expected to change. That's why we take the time to build genuine relationships, celebrate strengths, and tailor therapy to your child's unique goals, interests and way of engaging with the world.
Therapy that grows with your family.
No two children grow the same way, and neither should their therapy.
We aim to support children and young people up to 16 years to build the skills, confidence and independence to participate in everyday life.
Self-Care
Building confidence and independence with everyday routines like getting dressed, brushing teeth, eating, toileting and sleep.
Fine Motor
Helping children develop the hand skills they need for everyday tasks like drawing, writing, using scissors, doing up buttons and feeding themselves.
Sensory Processing
Helping children understand their nervous system so they can feel more comfortable and confident in everyday environments.
School Readiness
Preparing children for a positive start to school by developing skills like following routines, paying attention, learning through play and becoming more independent.
Emotional Regulation
Supporting children to understand their emotions, manage big feelings and develop strategies to cope with everyday challenges.
Play
Using play to build confidence, develop new skills, strengthen relationships and support learning in a fun and meaningful way.
Neuroaffirming Therapy.
Always.
"Kids do well when they can"
- Dr Ross Greene
When a child is struggling to meet an expectation, it means they are encountering a roadblock.
We don't believe in forcing children and young people to change who they are. We meet them exactly where they are and equip them with the tools to boost their independence in daily life.
Multiple ways. Same service.
We offer flexible therapy options to suit families.
Clinic
We are conveniently located in Essendon North near shops, cafes and parks.
Mobile
Hard to attend in-clinic?
We can visit your child at school within 10km our clinic.
Online
Online therapy sessions
available Australia-wide.
The Growing way.
Your journey with us starts off with 4 simple steps
Complete Referral
The first step is to get in touch.
Our preferred way is for you to either email us or complete our online contact form so we can gather your details. We will then contact you offering an appointment, if we have availability.
Initial Assessment
In our first parent only assessment, we will meet and chat about how Growing can support you and your child. This looks like conducting a thorough assessment, and evaluate your child's strengths and areas of support. We will identify some goals for therapy.
Second Asessment
Your child will come in and complete the second part of the initial assessment. This is a relaxed, play based appointment where we get to know each other. We may complete standardised assessments depending on your goals.
Tailored Therapy Plan
We will then create a tailored therapy plan and goals for your child. This ensures we are transparent in how we will work towards your goals.
All therapy plans are written in blocks of 5-10 sessions.
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